This Love
Maroon 5 · Songs About Jane
The fire burning in her eyes
The chaos that controlled my mind
Whispered goodbye as she got on a plane
Never to return again
But always in my heart
This love has taken its toll on me
She said goodbye too many times before
And her heart is breaking in front of me
I have no choice, cause I won't say goodbye anymore
I tried my best to feed her appetite
Keep her coming every night
So hard to keep her satisfied
Kept playing love like it was just a game
Pretending to feel the same
Then turn around and leave again
This love has taken its toll on me
She said goodbye too many times before
And her heart is breaking in front of me
I have no choice, cause I won't say goodbye anymore
I'll fix these broken things
Repair your broken wings
And make sure everything's alright
(it's alright, it's alright)
My pressure on your hips
Sinking my fingertips
Into every inch of you
Cause I know that's what you want me to do
This love has taken its toll on me
She said goodbye too many times before
Her heart is breaking in front of me
And I have no choice, cause I won't say goodbye anymore
This love has taken its toll on me
She said goodbye too many times before
My heart is breaking in front of me
And she said goodbye too many times before
This love has taken its toll on me
She said goodbye too many times before
Her heart is breaking in front of me
But I have no choice, cause I won't say goodbye anymore
(fade out)
This Love - Maroon 5
Released on the 2007 album Songs About Jane, 'This Love' stands as a defining track in Maroon 5's evolution from pop-rock to polished R&B-infused pop. The song features a distinctive production style characterized by a prominent, rhythmic bassline and a soaring, emotive vocal performance by Adam Levine. It captures the band's signature blend of catchy melodies and sophisticated songwriting, becoming a staple of their discography during the late 2000s. The track exemplifies the era's shift towards more mature, radio-friendly pop structures while maintaining the group's energetic live presence. Its enduring popularity highlights the band's ability to craft anthems that resonate across generations, solidifying their status as one of the most consistent acts in modern pop music.